For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 367 students in 45203, OH.
The top-ranked public middle school in 45203, OH is John J. Gilligan Digital Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 45203 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Ohio public middle school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 55% statewide average). Middle schools in 45203, OH have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Ohio public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle school average of 39% (majority Black).
Best 45203, OH Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John J. Gilligan Digital Academy
(Math: 12% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
425 Ezzard Charles Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-2040
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 363-2040
Gr: K-12 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
45203, Ohio Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
415 W Court St
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 246-4102
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 246-4102
Gr: 9-12 | 99 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1
425 Ezzard Charles Dr
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 723-1513
Cincinnati, OH 45203
(513) 723-1513
Gr: 11-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 45203, OH?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 45203, OH include John J. Gilligan Digital Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 45203?
1 public middle schools are located in 45203.
What is the racial composition of students in 45203?
45203 public middle schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Ohio public middle schools average of 39% (majority Black).
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